Insect Repellants
As summer begins to heat up and we spend more time outside, bugs and bug bites become more of a concern. A number of options are available to try and protect from bug bites.
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May 20, 2022
Stool Transplants
While the concept itself may sound repugnant, the latest data on stool transplants continues to show serious potential for the treatment of a number of medical conditions.
May 11, 2022
The Dangers of Too Much Zinc
Zinc is a common nutritional supplement that has documented effects on immune function. However, taking too much zinc for too long can have potentially serious side effects.
May 6, 2022
Creatine for Depression
Creatine is a popular supplement for body-building for increasing muscle power. However, research over the last two decades suggests that it might have antidepressant effects as well.
April 29, 2022
Lavender and Mental Health
Lavender has a long history of medicinal use. Recent studies suggest that it may have significant benefits as a treatment for both depression and anxiety.
April 20, 2022
Olive Leaf Extract
Olive leaves have been used in medicine for thousands of years. Research suggests significant benefits for heart health, blood sugar levels and some kinds of infections.
April 15, 2022
Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity
While controversy exists, evidence is continuing to accumulate that suggest potential health effects for some individuals after exposure to electromagnetic fields.
April 8, 2022
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): A Valid Mental Health Treatment?
Emotional Freedom Technique is a controversial mental health treatment that combines tapping acupuncture points with verbal statements to clear negative emotions and trauma. However, a large volume of research is starting to suggest potential benefits.
March 31, 2022
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) for Pain, Colds and Flu, and Allergies
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a naturally-occurring, fatty compound found in eggs, peanuts and soybeans that has anti-inflammatory activity that might be relevant for a number of different health conditions.
March 25, 2022
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic herb with a long history of use. Recent research suggests a number of potential benefits, including for mental health, insomnia and low thyroid function.
March 17, 2022
Recognizing and Treating Sexual Side Effects from Antidepressant Medications
Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction is a common and concerning side effect of antidepressant medications. Fortunately, a number of natural treatments may have benefits for improving symptoms.
March 10, 2022
The Ketogenic Diet and Alzheimer’s Disease
Some of the latest research suggests that a ketogenic diet may be a viable option for preventing or treating Alzheimer's disease.
March 3, 2022
When Laboratory Testing Is Wrong: Sometimes We Trust Our Test Results Too Much
Doctors are trained to rely on test results to help identify and diagnose disease. However, in some cases, testing may yield spurious results that need to be questioned.
February 25, 2022
Natural Treatments for Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a common condition that can cause significant pain and dysfunction. Several natural treatment approaches appear to hold promise for prevention and treatment.
February 18, 2022
Natural Treatments for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can be challenging to treat. However, a number of natural options appear to have promise as stand-alone or combined treatment with medication.
February 10, 2022
Brain Entrainment as a Treatment for Dementia
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating illness. And to worsen matters, standard treatments do not slow its progression. Brain entrainment techniques look to hold promise as a new approach for treating dementia.
February 5, 2022
Integrative Treatments for Canker Sores
Canker sores are a common condition, that when severe, can cause significant pain and discomfort. Identifying any underlying factors and symptomatic treatments can help.
January 28, 2022
A Review of the Research on Colloidal Silver
Colloidal silver is often described as a scam or as being outright dangerous. Yet a growing body of research suggests significant and medically relevant antimicrobial effects of silver nanoparticles.
January 21, 2022
The Revolving Door Between the Pharmaceutical Industry and the FDA
There exists a revolving door between the FDA and the pharmaceutical industry which raises obvious concerns for the impartiality of the drug approval process.
January 13, 2022
Cholesterol and Heart Disease
Cholesterol is typically touted as bad for heart health, and reducing it as a sure way to improve heart health. However, the data is more convoluted and worth exploring to better understand what we know.
January 8, 2022